Hardwood Floors April/May 2026

PRODUCT FOCUS Sanding Equipment & Abrasives

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3M Floor Sanding Abrasives

ACOUSTITECH Lead 3.3

3M produces a full line of floor sanding abrasives for every stage of your project, including 3M™ Regalite™ belts and edging discs. With more than 100 years of heritage and innovation, you can trust 3M for all of your floor sanding needs; from personal safety and adhesives, to masking and abrasives. Call your local 3M rep for

AcoustiTECH Lead 3.3 is a premium acoustic membrane designed for double glue-down wood flooring applications including herringbone. Powered by AcoustiTECH’s patented needle-punched fiber technology, it delivers industry-leading (A)IIC and HIIC performance, even outperforming much thicker products, therefore limiting elevation. It’s lightweight, mechanically stable, and easy to install. acousti-tech.com/en AMERICAN SANDERS Phoenix™ Modular Sander The 230V Phoenix™ Modular Sander is a highly versatile, unique, modular sander that quickly transforms between a driven planetary head and a standard rotary shroud. This innovative machine is available in three sizes and has exceptional power, precision, and flexibility for a wide range of sanding applications. americansanders.com

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AKHURST Cantek BS600 Series Wire Brush Machines

The Cantek BS600 Series Wire Brush Machines from Akhurst are designed to remove the soft grain between growth rings to produce distressed wood flooring, paneling, and more. With powerful 10 HP brushing motors and variable frequency inverters, you have ultimate control over your finished aesthetic. Available in two or three head configurations. akhurst.com ARBORTECH Mini Grinder MG1000 The Arbortech Mini Grinder MG1000 delivers powerful performance in a compact form. Designed for precision tasks, it’s the ideal tool for flooring contractors. Perfect for floor refinishing in tight or detailed areas – such as balusters, stair treads, re-grouting, and tiling – making the MG1000 a must-have. arbortechtools.com

BONA Green Abrasives Bona Green Ceramic Abrasives consist of a combination of ceramic and aluminum oxide grains, allowing for an aggressive abrasive that provides extended product life and results in a quality surface for finishing. bona.com

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